Lance Schneider

Travel Rewards Consultant & Points Optimization Specialist @Trg Travel Llc

St. Petersburg, FL, US

Independent consultant specializing in credit card rewards optimization and travel planning strategies. Provided personalized guidance to clients on maximizing point transfers, leveraging signup bonuses, and strategic redemptions for premium travel experiences.• Advised 25+ clients on credit card portfolio optimization and strategic point accumulation strategiesAchieved exceptional client savings including Delta One business class via Virgin Atlantic for points (leveraging Chase 33% transfer bonus from 37,500 UR points) versus points through Delta direct or cash price• Secured Japan Airlines business class for Amex points versus retail cost and Virgin Atlantic business class redemptions at points versus cash value• Specialized in exploiting transfer partner bonuses and cross-program award booking to unlock premium cabin availability at fraction of standard redemption rates• Identified award \"sweet spots\" and partner program arbitrage opportunities that deliver 15-20x value over direct portal bookings• Researched and analyzed airline/hotel transfer partners to identify optimal redemption opportunities across major loyalty programs• Conducted ongoing market research on emerging credit card products, promotional offers, and loyalty program changes• Provided end-to-end award travel planning services including award space identification, strategic partner booking, and complex itinerary optimization

Florida Gulf Coast University

Bachelor’s Degree